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Where to play pickleball around Charleston

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Pickleball in Charleston, SC | Photo via @picklestrong

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Did you know pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the US? It’s kind of a big dill. For those of you unfamiliar with the sport, pickleball shares similarities with tennis, table tennis, and badminton (as well as other paddle ball sports).

What’s up with the name? Pickleball was invented in 1965 by Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum near Seattle, WA. Joan Pritchard named the sport after the rowing term “pickle boat,” aka a crew made up of leftover rowers, because it throws together elements of different games.

The sport has official rules and regulations and a national governing body — USA Pickleball. Here’s the lowdown on the game so you don’t find yourself in a pickle:

  • It can be played indoors or outdoors.
  • The court is badminton-sized with a modified tennis net.
  • The pickleball itself is made of plastic and has holes, like a wiffleball. The paddle is a little smaller than a tennis racquet.
  • It can be played as doubles or singles with 2-4 people.

We could explain all the rules to you — instead we’ll let this helpful video do it for us.

Ready to grab a paddle and see what makes pickleball such a big dill? See our guide below on where to play. Bonus: We’ve got a guide on the best gifts for pickleball players.

Charleston

North Charleston

Folly Beach

Mount Pleasant

Summerville

Goose Creek

Please note that times, days, fees, and availability are subject to change. Call or email the facility to confirm pickleball schedules.

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